The confidence that came from the ancient martial arts heritage of the Perez family was so formidable that even Percival found himself at a loss for words in front of it.

Vivienne grabbed Jasper by the arm, fearing he might decide to send the entire Perez clan to protect her. "Grandpa, I'm not in any danger, and I'm perfectly healthy. I didn't say anything earlier because I didn't want to stir up trouble at such a critical time. It's not as

complicated as you think."

After a moment of silence, Jasper finally shifted his gaze to Percival, his eyes filled with an intimidating pressure. "Is everything really okay?"

Percival finally found his voice, earnestly explaining to Jasper, "Grandpa, it's my fault. Vivienne was a bit emotional in the early stages of her pregnancy, so after discussing it with my coach, we decided not to disclose this. We didn't anticipate it would lead to such a major misunderstanding."

Hearing this, the tension in Jasper seemed to dissipate, and he waved his hand dismissively, "We're family. There's no need for formalities."

"You did the right thing. Given Vivienne's status, it's always better to be cautious with such significant matters."

With the situation clarified, Jasper's worries were eased.

To Vivienne, who looked a bit pale, he said tenderly, "If Vivienne doesn't want to say anything, I'll act as if I don't know. Not a word to anyone, including your uncles, until you're ready to tell them yourself."

Vivienne and Percival exchanged a look, smiles creeping onto their faces, "Thank you, Grandpa."

Finally, Jasper smiled, nodded, and stood up to leave.

With a young man from the Ellington family by his granddaughter's side, he had nothing to worry about.

At dinner, Jasper managed to suppress the topic in front of everyone, "Vivienne is fine, just go about your business as usual."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

The uncles and aunts adored Vivienne no less than Jasper did. As long as she was fine, they wouldn't interfere too much.

Especially after the head of the family had spoken, they naturally followed suit.

Before leaving, Vivienne went to say goodbye to Finnian.

Just as she entered the backyard, she encountered a group of apprentices standing there like a wall.

if he was being scrutinized under an X-ray as he noticed

his arm, pulling her closer

that he and Vivienne were married, legally husband and wife, he could

the lead in speaking, "What's

coach before we leave." Vivienne knew they all had their own domains to attend to, and their presence here, especially during Abigail's appearance, meant they had set aside

Abigail was gone, there was no

you leaving?" Vivienne didn't bother with pleasantries, knowing they

others didn't see

superficial, and she didn't bother to keep it on

all knew that if anyone from Emerald Mountain needed help, a single call from Vivienne would

only Vivienne in their presence, and

expression softening to one of concern, "We'll be leaving in a bit. Seeing you're okay gives us

as you're doing

"Vivienne, this visit was rushed because of work at the company. We can't stay long, but

Daniel and Eric, didn't speak, but their concern was evident in

been waiting here early, just to see Vivienne one more

support Vivienne, but the opposition was too strong. Instead

assailants even in a

frustrating to admit their inability to

what truly surprised

by his handsome face, but during the tactical retreat, his strength was revealed

did he have the looks, but

Vivienne was clearly smitten.

glanced at the closed door of the

The youngest, Larry, half-jokingly

luck ahead. He's decided to retreat to the mountains for a while until the timing is right to return. Right now, he's packing up his

he was safeguarding his prized possessions, not even letting them in, clearly wary

then, if they really wanted those treasures, hiding them in the back mountains or anywhere else would

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